CCNE-Accredited Nursing Degrees Taught With a Christian Worldview
Learn how to impact the world with grace and truth at a university that values Christ-centered education. With Colorado Christian University, you have a school that is here to guide, assist, and advocate for you. In our programs, you will develop the skills necessary to become specialists and leaders in a wide range of industries.
CCU Nursing — Scientific Discipline and Sacred Calling
Colorado Christian University offers a bachelor's and a doctoral nursing program through the School of Nursing and Health Professions.
Your calling to heal isn't just a career choice—it's a ministry. At Colorado Christian University, you'll become more than a nurse. You'll emerge as a compassionate healer who transforms lives through Christ-centered care.
As you study at one of the nation's premier Christian nursing schools, you'll develop cutting-edge clinical skills while deepening your spiritual foundation as a CCU nursing student. The nursing programs at CCU empower you to lead with both expertise and empathy, bringing Christ's healing touch to every patient interaction. You'll learn from faculty who are experts in their field.
You will join a community of nursing students and future healthcare leaders who share your vision of nursing as a sacred calling. Here, your technical excellence and servant's heart unite, preparing you to revolutionize healthcare through distinctly Christian nursing practice. Step into your purpose. Transform lives. Become the nurse God called you to be.
Offered at CCU's main campus near Denver, Colorado, CCU's 120-credit hour Bachelor of Science in Nursing is available with two BSN pathways:
The online RN to BSN degree completion program track is designed for licensed RNs with an associate degree in nursing who want to complete their nursing bachelor's degree. Complete Your RN to BSN in 13 months — 100% online.
CCU’s Doctor of Nursing Practice Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner and Transformational Leadership track prepares you to diagnose and manage conditions in adults and older adult patients. You will be empowered to deliver compassionate care for individuals living with disabilities and complex chronic diseases, while shaping the future of healthcare as a Christ-centered leader.
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CCU’s Doctor of Nursing Practice Family Nurse Practitioner and Transformational Leadership track equips you to provide comprehensive care across the lifespan. You will learn to diagnose and manage illness, promote wellness, and lead with confidence as an advanced practice nurse and transformational Christian leader.
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CCU’s Doctor of Nursing Practice Nurse Educator and Transformational Leadership track prepares you to teach future and professional nurses in academic and healthcare settings, all from a biblical worldview. You will gain the expertise to educate with excellence and shape the next generation of nursing professionals through Christ-centered leadership.
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CCU’s Doctor of Nursing Practice Visionary Leadership track equips you to lead change at the highest level of nursing practice. You will learn to turn research into real-world solutions, drive innovation, and influence health and healthcare systems, all while leading from a biblical worldview.
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The baccalaureate degree program in nursing and the Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Colorado Christian University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Class Format
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All courses are taught with a Christian worldview. This means you will be equipped for success to make a positive impact in the world.
CCU’s unique online and course schedule format make it possible for you to juggle life, work, and family all while earning your degree.
With competitive tuition rates, scholarships, and discount opportunities, it’s possible to earn your degree without breaking the bank.
CCU sets you up for success with a dedicated support staff who is invested in making sure that you are successful from the first class, to graduation, and beyond.
Dedicated to serving our active and veteran military, CCU has a specific enrollment team with expertise in advising those who are military-affiliated. Whether you're a veteran, active duty, or spouse of either, our enrollment team will ensure you maximize your benefits as you achieve your academic goals.
Colorado Christian University helped me realize that I can be a good clinician, serve as a resource, and grow my leadership abilities. I can say wholeheartedly that CCU is by far the best experience I've ever had.– Melissa Allen, DNP, CCU Alumna
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Whether you have questions about CCU's accreditation, hybrid or dual degree options, or financial aid, we're here to help. For additional questions, please contact an enrollment counselor.
Yes. All CCU nursing programs are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
The RN-BSN and DNP programs are offered online with clinical requirements in your state. The pre-licensure BSN program is offered in-seat only.
Yes. Each program has different rules for how many credits you can transfer.
The pre-licensure BSN program can be completed in 4 years. The RN-BSN completion program can be completed in 1 year. And, the DNP program can be completed in 2 years of full-time study.
Financial aid options vary. We recommend visiting https://www.ccu.edu/ccu/financialaid/ to learn about all of CCU’s financial aid options.
For most of our nursing programs, yes but licensing will vary by country. Please see a full list of international student requirements at https://www.ccu.edu/ccu/International/.
Yes. All CCU nursing professors are experienced in their field of study.
Complete the Request Info form to learn more about CCU's degree program options. An enrollment counselor can answer any questions you may have about our programs, admission, transfer credits, financial aid, and more.
Colorado Christian University is required by the U.S. Department of Education to be in compliance with state laws regarding where we can offer distance and/or online education. The College of Adult and Graduate Studies at Colorado Christian University offers courses to online students in all states with some exceptions for specific academic programs.